Episode #228: Round Table: Uncovering the Truth About Peptides, Blood Sugar, Hormones, and Weight Loss with Karen Martel and Dani Hamilton.

Ever wondered what's true and what's not when it comes to insulin sensitivity, women's hormones, and fat-loss peptides? There is a lot of information no matter where you look, and it's hard to know what to believe! In this episode on the Biohacking Superhuman Performance Podcast, I talk with Karen Martel, and Dani Hamilton about popular health trends, separating fact from fiction. We discuss the importance of purchasing peptides from reputable labs to ensure safety and quality, emphasizing that cheap deals may lead to scams. We also explore the highly individualized nature of blood sugar, revealing that 93% of people in the US are metabolically unhealthy. We even get into the dangers of oats and oat milk! We dive deep into the role of estrogen and progesterone in preventing breast cancer, dispelling the misconception that these hormones are dangerous for women in menopause. This conversation also focuses on the effectiveness of weight loss peptides, such as semaglutide (Ozempic) and tirzepatide (Mounjaro), the benefits of these peptides beyond weight loss, and how to optimize the results. Karen Martel is a hormone specialist who provides women with accurate, evidence-based information and support regarding peri and post menopause, enabling them to make more informed choices about the management of their hormones and provide a better pre and post-menopausal quality of life. Dani Hamilton is a Functional Nutrition Therapy Practitioner who helps people find freedom from sugar and carb cravings with real food and lifestyle tips so they can heal the body, balance blood sugar, lose weight, and feel amazing! Thank you to our sponsors for making this episode possible: LVLUP: Use code NAT10 to save 10% off at https://lvluphealth.com/ Find more from Nathalie: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmholC48MqRC50UffIZOMOQ Join Nat's Membership Community: https://www.natniddam.com/bsp-community Sign up for Nats Newsletter: https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/i7d5m0 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nathalieniddam/ Website: NatNiddam.com Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/biohackingsuperhumanperformance Find more from Karen Martel: Website: https://karenmartel.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karenmartelhormones/ Podcast: https://karenmartel.com/category/ontrack-podcast/ Find more from Dani Hamilton: Website: https://www.daniellehamiltonhealth.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daniellehamiltonhealth Podcast: https://www.daniellehamiltonhealth.com/podcast What we discuss: (2:13) Don't buy cheap peptides (9:00) The impact of oat milk on blood sugar (19:00) CAROL bike vs Peloton (23:00) Misinformation about women's hormones (36:00) Hormone pellets (42:00) Weight loss peptide side effects (55:00) Blue light and metabolic health (1:00:00) Shame and judgment around weight loss peptides (1:10:00) Fasting and insulin sensitivity (1:15:00) Where to find more from Nat, Dani, and Karen. Key Takeaways: Buying peptides is already a leap. Don't opt for cheap deals as you're likely to get scammed. If you buy from a proper lab, you have the ability to go back to them if something goes wrong. They keep partials of each vial to re-test if needed. Make sure you're finding someone who is doing the work and can vouch for the research. Blood sugar is completely bio-individual. However, 93% of people in the US are metabolically unhealthy. Oats and oat milk both break down into pure sugar, causing blood sugar issues in these individuals. It's an assault on the body! Research shows estrogen and progesterone can help prevent breast cancer. It's not a danger to women in menopause. Estrogen is one of the most important hormones - related to preserving the brain, insulin sensitivity, heart health, and more. It has about 800 different functions! Weight loss peptides (semaglutide/Ozempic, tirzepatide/Monjarou) are highly effective and have shown benefits other than weight loss, like brain health, improving insulin sensitivity, and more. While there can be some negative side effects, it's very rare. As long as you focus on protein, exercise, and a healthy lifestyle, weight loss peptides can aid immensely.